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Aeneid

By Virgil
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Aeneid recounts the epic journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero destined to lay the foundations for what will become Rome. The narrative weaves themes of duty, fate, and endurance, capturing the shadows and complexities of the ancient world as explored through Virgilโ€™s masterful poetry.
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This edition suits readers of classical literature, students and scholars of ancient poetry, and those interested in Roman cultural heritage. Its educational and reference category reflects its value for academic use and serious literary exploration.

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A classicist best known for his translations of Homer, Sappho, Hesiod, and Callimachus returns to Roman poetry, offering a resonant new Aeneid.

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A classicist best known for his translations of Homer, Sappho, Hesiod, and Callimachus returns to Roman poetry, offering a resonant new Aeneid.

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Critics praise this translation for its crisp, idiomatic precision that brings fresh resonance to the classic Roman epic. The translator, known for his work on Homer and other ancient poets, lets Virgilโ€™s voice shine without unwarranted interpretation, complemented by W. R. Johnsonโ€™s illuminating introduction and essays. This edition is noted for navigating the Aeneidโ€™s chiaroscuro, or interplay of light and darkness, making it highly recommended for both reading and recitation.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780872207318

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 March 2005

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Illustration: 1 map

Contributors:

  • Translated by Stanley Lombardo
  • Introduction by W. R. Johnson
  • Translated by Stanley Lombardo

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 341g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Stanley Lombardo is Professor of Classics, University of Kansas.

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